Did you know your dessert could be keeping you from that good night’s sleep you are longing for?
This was something I understood to an extent, but I had no idea that my food habits were keeping me from not only sticking to my sleep schedule, but also, getting a fuller night’s rest
Before we jump in, I want to let you know that yes, although you have a million things to do and people to care for and be there for, you are worth taking the time to take the one next step to a healthy sleep. Your body, and those you are meant to serve will thank you for taking care of YOU.
Nutrition for helpful sleeping
- Try to avoid eating large meals and acidic foods close to bedtime, because this could cause or enhance indigestion or acid reflux that will interrupt sleep. Bottomline, you need to give your body some time to digest the food you ate. Eating the last meal 1 to 3 hours before bedtime would be beneficial. If you feel that you cannot make it 3 hours without eating before bedtime, don’t be hard on yourself. Start with 1 hour and have a snack and drink more water. Gradually, work up to 3 hours if you feel your body needs more time to digest the food that you eat prior to bed.
- Take a look at the sugar content in your foods. Sugar hides in ketchup, in sauces, in juices, and in almost every packaged food. Sugar not only can make your energy crash during the day, but it can disrupt your sleep by pulling you out of the deeper stages of sleep.
- Avoid caffeine six hours prior to bedtime (It takes that long for our body to process it). Just so you know, I found out the hard way that even chocolate has caffeine in it. No hot cocoa for me prior to bedtime!
- Take supplements that support your sleep. I use a multitasking supplement that contains both immune supporting vitamins and sleep supporting melatonin. This has been a game-changer for me and I have a peace of mind that my immune system is supported not only with better sleep, but also with the boost I am getting from the vitamins.
Take a look at this list, and try one new step for 30 days. Your body will thank you!
P.S. Some wellness tools I have found handy...
For the times I’ve needed a caffeine-free coffee-alternative hot drink at bedtime, here’s an herbal drink I love: https://amzn.to/2Dk2eb1
Here are some of my favorite bedtime teas:
- Chamomile
- Peppermint
- Lavender
- YL teas
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